Tamale vs. Arepa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between tamale and arepa
- Tamale has more vitamin B12, zinc, and monounsaturated fat; however, arepa has more vitamin A and calcium.
- Tamale's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 23% more.
- Tamale has 2 times more zinc than arepa. Tamale has 1.48mg of zinc, while arepa has 0.8mg.
- Arepa is lower in sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index than arepa.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread).
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +17.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +85% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +22.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +206.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.8% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +90.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +80.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +43.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +21.2% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +86.4% |
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Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 270mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 61µg | 7% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 37.14g | 6% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 89mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.8mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Folate | 15µg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 5mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.888mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.03mg | 4% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 219kcal | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 1.514g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.042mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.116mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.107mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 117mg | 3% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 5.48g | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.6g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 2.902g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.989g | 2% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.04mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.29mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 88mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 6.12g | 5.38g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 34.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0.87g | N/A |
| Selenium | 6µg | 6.1µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.048mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.207mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.671mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.276mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.166mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 0.065g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.506g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 157mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arepa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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